Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 140-2 certification is a critical requirement for government agencies, defense contractors, and other organizations that handle sensitive data. The Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) framework offers a robust solution to help organizations achieve and maintain FIPS 140-2 certification. This solution brief explores how SASE can aid in the certification process, enhance security, and ensure compliance.
FIPS 140-2 certification is a federal standard for cryptographic modules used to protect sensitive information. To achieve this certification, organizations must meet rigorous security requirements, including encryption, key management, and access control. The adoption of the SASE framework can significantly simplify the process of attaining and maintaining FIPS 140-2 compliance.
Complex Network Perimeter: Traditional security models often have porous network perimeters, making it difficult to adhere to FIPS 140-2 requirements for access control and data protection.
Legacy Infrastructure: Many organizations struggle with legacy systems and architecture, which may not meet the stringent cryptographic and security standards required for FIPS 140 certification.
Scattered Security Controls: Inconsistent security controls across various locations and systems can lead to compliance gaps and vulnerabilities.
The combination of Zero Trust and SASE provides a powerful approach for organizations looking to achieve FIPS 140-2 certification while modernizing their security infrastructure.
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SASE Feature |
How it Facilitates FIPS 140-2 Certification? |
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| Zero Trust Security | SASE enforces a zero-trust approach, which aligns with FIPS 140-2 principles by verifying all users and devices, regardless of their location, before granting access. |
| Centralized Security and Management | SASE centralizes security policies and services in the cloud, simplifying configuration and management. This ensures consistency and compliance across the organization's network. |
| End-to-End Encryption | Exium's SASE solution offers robust IPSec and Wireguard based encryption, ensuring data protection in transit, which aligns with FIPS 140-2 requirements. |
| Identity and Access Management | SASE incorporates robust identity and access management (IAM) capabilities, ensuring that only authorized personnel can access cryptographic modules, meeting FIPS 140-2 access control requirements. |
| Audit and Compliance Reporting | Exium's SASE solution provides built-in detailed reporting, simplifying the tracking and documentation required for FIPS 140-2 audits. |
| Geographic Flexibility | SASE allows organizations to easily expand and scale their network security while maintaining compliance, which is essential for organizations with multiple locations. |
Simplicity: SASE streamlines the process of achieving and maintaining FIPS 140-2 certification by offering a single, integrated solution for security and network access.
Cost Reduction: Eliminating the need for complex physical controls and on-premises equipment can lead to significant cost savings.
Security Enhancement: SASE offers advanced security features, such as micro-segmentation, threat detection, and secure web gateways, which go beyond FIPS 140-2 requirements to provide comprehensive protection.
Scalability: SASE is designed for scalability, making it ideal for organizations with evolving needs and expanding footprints.
Compliance Confidence: With SASE, organizations can have confidence in their ability to meet and exceed FIPS 140-2 requirements while staying up-to-date with evolving security standards.
SASE presents a compelling solution for organizations seeking to achieve FIPS 140-2 certification while modernizing their network and security infrastructure. By centralizing security, enhancing encryption, and simplifying compliance reporting, SASE simplifies the process, reduces costs, and offers a scalable solution that can adapt to the ever-changing security landscape. As organizations strive to meet FIPS 140-2 compliance standards, SASE is a valuable tool to consider.